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How do I fix the "Add Media" button not working in WordPress?

WordPress is an extremely popular content management platform, but like everything else, it can also run into bugs. One of the common problems is the "Add media" button, which does not always work as it should. If you are with this problem, below are some potential solutions.

1. Disabling plugins

Some plugins may conflict with the "Add Media" button in WordPress. To check if this is the case for you, the easiest thing to do is to disable all plugins and see if the problem persists. If the "Add Media" button starts working properly after disabling plugins, then one of the plugins is causing the problem. You can then enable plugins one at a time to identify which one is conflicting.

2. Switch to default theme

Like plugins, some themes may conflict with the "Add Media" button. To check if your theme is the problem, switch to one of the default WordPress themes, such as Twenty Twenty-One or Twenty Twenty-Two, and see if the problem persists.

3. WordPress update

Another potential cause of problems with the "Add Media" button may be the lack of the latest WordPress updates. Make sure you are using the latest version of the platform. Updates not only bring new features, but also fix various bugs and issues.

4. Increasing the PHP memory limit

If the above methods do not help, the problem may be due to insufficient PHP memory allocated to your WordPress. In this case, increasing the PHP memory limit may help solve the problem. This can be done by adding the following code to your wp-config.php file:

define( 'WP_MEMORY_LIMIT', '256M' );

5. Using the media plug-in

If none of the above solutions work, there are many plugins that can replace the standard “Add Media” button in WordPress. One popular choice is “FileBird – WordPress Media Library Folders”. This plugin allows for more advanced media management in WordPress, giving you the ability to create folders and subfolders, and also offers drag and drop functionality.

You can also add the following code in functions.php. Go to your website code and add the following code to the file:

add_action( 'admin_init', 'refresh_mce' ); function refresh_mce() { global $tinymce_version; $tinymce_version = '4098'; wp_tiny_mce(); }

If the steps above do not help, you should contact your hosting provider or WordPress support team for further assistance.

Keep in mind that it may take some time and patience to fix the Add Media button, but it's usually a matter of eliminating possible causes. If none of the solutions above help, you may want to seek help from a WordPress specialist who can identify and fix the problem.

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